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Yuletide: President Tinubu Approves 50 Per Cent Fares Reduction Nationwide
From Victor Osula, Abuja Following a successful meeting with transportation unions, President Bola Tinubu, has approved a 50 percent cut in land transportation fares from December 21 to January 4, 2024 across the country. The President has also approved zero fare for train transportation in all the states of the federation within the same period.
BREAKING: DSS storm EFCC Lagos office, blocks officers’ access
Operatives of the Department of State Security have stormed the Lagos office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, preventing officials of the anti-graft agency from gaining access to their office in Ikoyi, Lagos. Impeccable sources in both agencies told The PUNCH that there has been an ongoing rivalry between the DSS and the EFCC over the ownership of the building.
10 Things To Know About Tinubu’s May 29th Inauguration
Here are 10 things to know about the inauguration of the president-elect: - Advertisement - About 54 African countries and 65 world leaders from Africa, Europe and America are expected at the event. The event will take place at Eagle Square, Abuja.
Abia-North Polls: Sen. Kalu gets “Heroic reception”, endorsements at his Igbere Wards
By Chibuike Nwabuko Abuja (Sundiata Post) – As Senator Kalu gradually wraps up his ongoing 2023 re-election campaign tour,the Chief Whip of the Senate on Saturday arrived to a “Heroic reception ” held in his honour by his constituents at Igbere Wards; B, C (Amankalu) and A.
Juve To Use Encounter With Atalanta To Further Study Lookman
Ahead of Juventus fixture against Atalanta on Sunday, it has emerged that Nigerian forward, Ademola Lookman who is currently plying his trade for La Dea is on the Bianconeri radar. This fixture gives them a chance to monitor the Nigeria International. It is customary for the black and whites to target the best players at other Serie A clubs and one man who fits that description now is Lookman.
2023: Consensus is a legal impossibility! I will fight to the end - Tinubu to Adamu
ABUJA – Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, frontline APC presidential aspirant on Monday evening challenged Alhaji Abdullahi Adamu, national chairman of the ruling party over the later’s declaration of Senate President, Ahmad Lawan as consensus presidential candidate of the party for the 2023 presidential election. He vowed to fight to the end, insisting that there is no place for consensus candidady in the Electoral Act 2022.
Job Loss: Reps Move To Save Garki Hospital’s Staff
The House of Representatives has called for urgent need to save over 900 medical officers from losing their jobs over the termination of Public Private-Partnership (PPP) concession agreement on Garki General Hospital, Abuja. The move followed the adoption of a motion by Rep. Benjamin Mzondu (PDP-Banue) on the floor of the House on Thursday in Abuja.
CBN urged to review forex ban on 40 items
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE), an economic think tank, has advised the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to review its ban on some of the over 41 items, which prevent importers from accessing foreign exchange to bring them into the country.
Lawan In Ekiti, Tells Nigerians To Join In Anti-Banditry War
Dr Ahmad Lawan, the president of the Senate has appealed to Nigerians not to abandon the Federal government in the fight against bandits, terrorists, and kidnappers across the country.
APC Quakes Over Akeredolu’s Slim Supreme Court Victory
Ondo State Governor and Chairman, Southern Governors Forum (SGF), Oluwarotimi Akeredolu July 29, (THEWILL) – The Supreme Court judgement that upheld the victory of Ondo State’s Governor Rotimi Akeredolu has caused an earthquake within the victorious All Progressives Congress (APC), as some stakeholders have declared that the interim Chairman of the party must go.
Gov Bala Mohammed Appoints Barrister Ibrahim Kashim As New SSG
Advertisement The Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed has appointed Barrister Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim as the new secretary to the Bauchi State government. The appointment was made following the dissolution of the executive cabinet by the State governor on June 11, 2021. Barrister Kashim hails from a community in Bauchi local government area. He was a one-time lecturer at the Dan Fodio University Sokoto.
Vaccines: Need For PMB To Allay Nigerians’ Fears
Nigerians expressed mixed feelings on Tuesday when the news of the arrival of nearly four million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in the country broke. The vaccines were shipped in via the COVAX Facility, a partnership between CEPI, Gavi, UNICEF and WHO.
'He Sat On My CS Incision'
Home The City Metro ‘He Sat On My CS Incision’ – Woman Exposes Violence From Husband,... A woman named Ifeyinwa Angbo has released videos exposing domestic violence she has allegedly suffered from her husabnd, Pius Angbo, who works with Channels TV. The medical doctor on Sunday, December 6, 2020 narrated how her six year old marriage has been tormentous. Angbo alleged her husband beat her up four weeks after they welcomed their fourth child. She disclosed that he sat on her c-section incision.
Jonathan working for Buhari's government, APC taunts PDP
President Buhari and Dr Goodluck Jonathan Jonathan working for Buhari’s government, APC taunts PDP NEWS DIGEST – Ex-president Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has been lauded a “progressive statesman” by the All Progressive Congress, APC, for working for the party and President Muhammadu Buhari’s government.
High points of the new Police Act, 2020
President Muhammadu Buhari on September 16, 2020, signed the new Police Act 2020 into law, thereby replacing the old Police Act, CAP P.19, LFN, 2004. Below are the high points of the new amendments that every Nigerian should be aware of: 1) Section 66(1) of the Police Act 2020, ONLY a Police Officer who is a LEGAL PRACTITIONER, can prosecute. Police Officer who is NOT a LEGAL PRACTITIONER cannot prosecute unlike the the Old Act that gave non-Police lawyers prosecutorial power.
Obasanjo: Shun prophets of doom, pray for Nigeria’s unity -Inter-Faith
Following a statement credited to former President Olusegun Obasanjo about Nigeria’s unity, the National Inter-Faith and Religious Organizations for Peace (NIFROP) has urged Nigerians to ignore “prophets of doom” and pray for the country. Obasanjo had alleged that “Nigeria is fast drifting to a failed and badly divided state” due to the recent mismanagement. The ex-president’s remarks attracted widespread criticism from many Nigerians who blamed him for being part of the problems of the nation.
Jubilation greets killing of Benue crime kingpin, Gana
There were jubilation in several parts of Benue State following the reported killing of Terwase Akwaza known as Gana. Gana who terrorised several communities in Benue State was reported to have been killed by soldiers on Tuesday, September 8, three years after Governor Samuel Ortom-led government placed a N10 million bounty on information that could lead to his arrest and capture.
Female student who went missing on Valentine's day, found dead (Photos)
Ga. College student, Anitra Gunn who has been missing since Valentine’s Day, was been found dead by authorities in Georgia. The 23-year-old student was found dead by investigators in Crawford County, Georgia, near the Peach County line after she went missing on valentine’s day, said Georgia Bureau of Investigations special agent JT Ricketson, local station 13WMAZ reported Tuesday.
Just In: Permanent Secretary Kidnapped in Nasarawa
Suspected gunmen have kidnapped the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works, Nasarawa State, Mr. Jibrin Giza. The state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Bola Longe, who confirmed the incident in Lafia said the gunmen stormed the residence of Mr. Giza in the early hours of Sunday morning in Shabu, a suburb of Lafia, the state capital. He added that the victim was whisked away and taken to an unknown destination, saying the police were on the trail of the kidnappers.
Deregistering Of Parties By INEC Unconstitutional - Alliance For New Nigeria
By; VICTOR DAZANG, Kaduna A political party, Alliance For New Nigeria has described as unconstitutional, the decision taken by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister 74 political parties. This was expressed by a statement signed by the National Chairman of the party, Emmanuel Dania, made available to our correspondent on Saturday.
The Significance of Nigerian Words, Coinages In 2020 Oxford Dictionary, By Olabisi Deji-Folutile
At long last, my daughter can now use the word ‘severally’ without my adrenaline surging unnecessarily, courtesy of the 29 Nigerian words and expressions included in the January updates to the Oxford English Dictionary. This is a big relief.
MFM clarifies position on Christmas celebration
The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries, MFM has clarified its position on the celebration of Christmas.
GE to digitize Dangote Cement plants for power supply efficiency
By TOM CHIAHEMEN American multinational conglomerate, General Electric (GE) and Africa’s leading cement producer, Dangote Cement Plc, have signed an agreement to deploy GE’s Asset Performance Management (APM) digital solution to reduce unplanned downtime and enhance performance at its two cement plants in Obajana and Ibese, Nigeria.
Xenophobia:The Real Lessons Nigeria Should Learn
The news of the on-going Xenophobic attacks in the Republic of South Africa against foreigners (including Nigerians) has been trending in the past couple of weeks. Yes. It is true that Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari and his key government officials have agreed to meet sometime in October with President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa. But many observers said that date is too far considering the urgency of the matter at hand.
Liverpool Surge Past Newcastle, Go 6 Points Clear Atop EPL Table
Liverpool showed the form of champions as they increased their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points by hammering an abject Newcastle United 4-0 at Anfield. Goals from Dejan Lovren, Mohamed Salah, Xherdan Shaqiri and Fabinho did the damage as Liverpool’s chances of a first English top-flight title since the 1989-90 season were boosted by Manchester City’s 2-1 defeat at Leicester. Tottenham are now Liverpool’s closest challengers with City dropping seven points off the pace in third.
Two Robbers Who Target Bank Customers Arrested In Bayelsa
Two notorious armed robbers in Bayelsa State, who specialise in trailing and robbing bank customers after transactions in banks, were arrested on Christmas Eve by police detectives from the state police command. It was gathered that the two-man gang members whose identities were given as Henry Kingsley and Moses Roland were apprehended near the Swali branch of the UBA in Yenagoa.
‘Keeping Vigil Over This Democracy’ By Martins Oloja
‘Keeping Vigil Over This Democracy’ By Martins Oloja NEWS DIGEST – The 2019 general election is barely five months away. Though the campaigns are yet to begin in earnest, key issues that should dominate the election campaigns are curiously not crawling out.
Heartbreaking: 70-Year-Old Man Killed In Stampede At Borno IDP Camp While Trying To Get Food
A 70-year- old man was killed while two persons sustained injuries at an internally displaced persons camps (IDPs) in Borno state, The Cable reports. At a press conference in the state on Tuesday, Yabawa Kolo, chairperson of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), confirmed the incident, saying it happened during breaking of fast at the camp.
President's Wife, Aisha Buhari Lands Big Job
The Joint UN Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS) has appointed Wife of the President, Hajiya Aisha Buhari as UNAIDS Special Ambassador for the Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV and Promotion of Treatment for Children living with HIV in Nigeria. Charles-Martin Jjuuko, Communications and Global Outreach Officer, UNAIDS Nigeria, made this known in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja.
Olubadan Absent At Ajimobi/Ganduje Event,See Pix
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji was conspicuously absent in Kano on Saturday at the wedding of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje’s daughter, Hajiya Fatima and her groom, Idris Ajimobi, son of Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State. A palace source informed PMParrot that the respected monarch had to an urgent issue concerning the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII).
NAERLS trains journalists, researchers on agriculture communication policy
The National Agricultural Extension Research and Liaison Services (NAERLS) Zaria on Thursday commenced the training of Journalists, researchers and academics on agricultural policy communication. The training program is being organised by the NAERLS in collaboration with International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), Abuja. Prof.
Benue Killings: FG Cautions Against Incendiary Comments, Pictures | Independent Nigeria
The Federal Government has appealed to the media and public commentators to exercise utmost restraint in their coverage of the fallouts of the recent farmers/herders’ clash in Benue. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, who made the appeal in a statement in Abuja on Saturday, cautioned against “incendiary comments, unrestrained use of pictures and footages that offended human sensibilities” in the coverage of the crisis.
Anambra Central: Court summons INEC, Others
A Federal high court in Abuja, Thursday, summoned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to appear before it next Wednesday an answer to issues raised by Dr. Obiora Okonkwo over its refusal to obey an order of court in respect to his declaration as Senator representing Anambra Central Senatorial district. The court also asked all political parties involved in the Anambra Central senatorial election issues to appear before it on same day.
Angry Rivers students besiege Chatham House Building as Wike pleads
Rivers students who have been living as destitutes in London and environs have besieged the Chatham House building in London as Governor Nyesom Wike appeared there.They chanted angry songs to the dismay of Governor who was there with some of his aides.The angry, protesting students carried placards demanding answers to their problems (see photo above) Reacting to the development, Rivers State chapter of All Progressives Congress, APC, expressed dismay over the fact that Gov Nyesom Wike...
Illegal Mining, Explosives Portend Grave Danger to Nigeria -FUTA Don
A Professor of Mining Engineering at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has raised alarm over the rate explosives meant for mining, blasting of rocks, demolition of unused buildings and military use find their way to the hands of terrorists who use them to bomb churches, mosques, residential buildings and airplanes to mention a few.
Love as Defining Attribute of Humanity, By Salihu Moh. Lukman
Some time in February this year (2017), the violent ethnic-religious conflict in Southern Kaduna was heightened and destruction of lives and properties dominated our news. I cannot claim that the situation in Southern Kaduna is resolved. What could be said is that it has now assumed national proportions and what could be described as the hate theatre moved to the South Eastern parts of Nigeria.
I’ve never had erection in my life says 32-year-old alleged rapist
A 32-year-old engineer, Bayonne Lekan, was on Friday brought before Tinubu Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly raping a minor at a construction site. The accused, whose address is unknown, is facing a charge of child defilement. Insp.
Minister Commissions Nigerian Army Information And Call Centre
The Minister of Communication, Barrister Abdurraheem Adebayo Shittu on Tuesday 30th May 2017, commissioned the newly established Nigerian Army Information and Call Centre (NAICC), at the Headquarters, Nigerian Army Abuja. This is in line with the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai’s determined efforts of making the Nigerian Army accessible, accountable and responsive in the discharge of its Constitutional duties.
Revenue generation drive: Kano Govt to tap from Culture Potentials, Says Ganduje
Kano state governor, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has hinted that as part of efforts to ensure sustainableeconomic growth and development of the state, his administration intends to exploit Kano’s hitherto untapped culture and tradition potentials. “The State Government will continue to work with stakeholders in this sector so as to tap the inexhaustible economic resources that can be found in the culture and tradition industry”, he stated.
2019 Elections On the Horizon: the Return of Hate Campaigns, By Yohanna Bwala | Naija247news
Our current political class can’t keep sowing seeds of hate in their constituents for political gains, without considering the long-term implications of such a strategy. The current state of acrimony and mutual suspicion between ethnic and religious groups in Nigeria is enough to retard the growth of any nation in the world, no matter how great it presently is. As beautiful and promising as Nigeria’s diversity is, therein also lies her Achilles’ heel.
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